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Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Four in five people have experienced abuse or violence at work, research finds

Violence and abuse in the workplace is a critical issue affecting many sectors, with significant underreporting due to normalization and lack of support.
Law
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Why Your Personal Legal Issues Become Business Problems Fast

Personal legal issues significantly impact leadership focus and business decisions, requiring early planning and delegation to maintain decision-making capacity.
Remote teams
fromFortune
1 day ago

The power has swung back to employers-and workers are paying for it in benefits, flexibility, and leverage | Fortune

Employers have regained power over employees, leading to reduced job optimism and increased workplace mandates.
Women
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why work still sucks for women

Women face significant workplace challenges, including the gender pay gap, leadership barriers, harassment, and unpaid domestic work responsibilities.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

I've Worked Tirelessly to Get One of Our Best Employees a Promotion. Then I Learned What the Bosses Have in Store for Him Instead.

First-time manager struggles to secure a raise and promotion for an exemplary employee amid company staffing issues and financial constraints.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

IBM just settled a major anti-DEI case for $17 million

Racial discrimination is illegal, and government contractors cannot evade the law by repackaging it as DEI. The Department launched the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative to root out this misconduct, hold offenders accountable, and end this practice for good.
Social justice
Miami Marlins
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Sources: MLBPA fires COO, human resources head with cause

The MLB Players Association fired two executives amid an internal investigation into financial improprieties and leadership issues within the union.
#amazon
Boston
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Amazon Reportedly Told Employees to Keep Working as Warehouse Worker Lay Dying

Amazon warehouse employees reported being instructed to continue working despite a colleague collapsing and later dying on the job.
Portland
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

An Amazon warehouse worker died on the job at Oregon facility | TechCrunch

An Amazon employee died at the Troutdale warehouse, raising concerns about working conditions and heat-related issues among employees.
Boston
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Amazon Reportedly Told Employees to Keep Working as Warehouse Worker Lay Dying

Amazon warehouse employees reported being instructed to continue working despite a colleague collapsing and later dying on the job.
Portland
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

An Amazon warehouse worker died on the job at Oregon facility | TechCrunch

An Amazon employee died at the Troutdale warehouse, raising concerns about working conditions and heat-related issues among employees.
Toronto startup
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Ubisoft Settles With Workers It Laid Off After Unionizing

Ubisoft Halifax was shut down after unionizing, but workers secured a settlement despite ongoing company-wide cost-cutting measures.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Here's the severance package Disney is giving to laid-off employees

Disney is providing severance packages to laid-off employees based on tenure and level, amid ongoing restructuring under new CEO Josh D'Amaro.
Marketing
fromBig Think
3 days ago

How to get employees to actually care about your L&D program

Marketers prioritize audience engagement; L&D should adopt similar strategies to enhance training effectiveness and relevance.
Humor
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Meetings, egos, 'circling back': The 'corporate ick' that drives workers away

Corporate jargon and performative behaviors in the workplace are causing frustration among employees, reflecting a desire for authenticity and human connection.
LGBT
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The EEOC Is No Longer Protecting Federal Workers From Gender Identity Discrimination

Recent decisions limit protections for federal workers regarding gender identity discrimination and bathroom use.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Entry-level hiring is broken. These companies are completely reimagining it

Palantir launched a Meritocracy Fellowship to recruit young talent, emphasizing aptitude over experience and providing intensive training and mentorship.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 days ago

Thinking About Issuing An RTO Mandate? Weigh Several Factors First

Return to office mandates challenge employees' work-life balance and require leaders to consider the implications of such decisions.
#remote-work
Women in technology
fromForbes
1 day ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
Remote teams
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
1 week ago

Remote 'employee' gets fired from a job he didn't even work at. He was even paid $20,000 for it

A remote worker was fired after being paid $20,000 for doing nothing due to disorganized onboarding and lack of communication.
Women in technology
fromForbes
1 day ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
Remote teams
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
1 week ago

Remote 'employee' gets fired from a job he didn't even work at. He was even paid $20,000 for it

A remote worker was fired after being paid $20,000 for doing nothing due to disorganized onboarding and lack of communication.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why workplaces need a gendered health approach

For decades, work was designed around a fiction, that of the 'neutral' worker, an abstract individual assumed to be fully available, consistent, rational, and unaffected by bodily constraints. But this neutrality was never real.
Women
Careers
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Salary Trap: The Move That Looks Better On Paper - Above the Law

Evaluating career moves requires a focus on long-term goals rather than immediate salary increases.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Teacher fired after being caught running chess club on sick leave

A teacher was dismissed for secretly running a chess club while on sick leave, violating company policy and leading to a lawsuit for wrongful dismissal.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
#ibm
Social justice
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Law
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.
Social justice
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Law
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Live Nation says it will fight monopoly suit loss

The jury found that Ticketmaster overcharged consumers $1.72 per ticket. Live Nation argues the up to $280 million it pledged in its settlement with the Justice Department and a handful of states will ultimately prove larger than the sum based on the jury award.
Law
Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Deloitte is cutting down PTO, parental leave, and other benefits for some US workers

Deloitte is reducing core benefits for certain employees under the 'Center' talent model, effective January 1, 2027.
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Indian government investigating TCS after police sting

Reports indicate that an initial inquiry, triggered by a complaint relating to religious practices, has brought to light disturbing allegations involving sexual harassment, rape, and attempts at forced religious conversion of female employees by certain individuals in supervisory roles.
Women in technology
Careers
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The quiet cruelty of 'ghost jobs' in today's hiring market

Job seekers face challenges from 'ghost jobs' that remain posted despite no actual hiring, wasting time and emotional energy.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Jury Decides Mother-To-Be's Discrimination Case In DLA Piper's Favor - Above the Law

DLA Piper won a discrimination lawsuit brought by Anisha Mehta, who claimed she was fired for taking parental leave.
Remote teams
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Dear Vicki: Why have 'staff' and 'employees' suddenly become 'colleagues', but without extra pay?

HR departments are enforcing a bland culture by replacing traditional terms like 'workers' and 'employees' with 'colleagues'.
Careers
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The retention risk AI misses

Job-hopping is prevalent among younger workers, necessitating companies to continuously earn employee retention through purpose and growth.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

$35 Million Racial Discrimination Suit Against Troutman Pepper Ends In Settlement - Above the Law

Troutman Pepper settled a racial discrimination lawsuit with former associate Gita Sankano, who alleged dehumanizing treatment and wrongful termination.
#wrongful-death
Law
fromUNILAD
4 weeks ago

Employer ordered to pay $22.5 million for denying woman's work-from-home request

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit after a mother was denied remote work during her high-risk pregnancy.
Law
fromWCVB
4 weeks ago

Her employer wouldn't let her work from home while pregnant - She lost her baby and sued for $22.5M

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit against Total Quality Logistics for denying a pregnant employee's work-from-home request.
Law
fromUNILAD
4 weeks ago

Employer ordered to pay $22.5 million for denying woman's work-from-home request

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit after a mother was denied remote work during her high-risk pregnancy.
Law
fromWCVB
4 weeks ago

Her employer wouldn't let her work from home while pregnant - She lost her baby and sued for $22.5M

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit against Total Quality Logistics for denying a pregnant employee's work-from-home request.
Law
fromWSOC TV
5 days ago

Judge says manager's lawsuit against Wells Fargo can move forward

A federal judge allows a lawsuit by a Wells Fargo manager claiming retaliation for requesting to work from home due to health issues.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

No mediocre worker is safe the bar for keeping your job just went up

Companies are replacing underperforming employees with better talent due to constrained hiring budgets and a focus on maximizing performance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
Mental health
fromFortune
1 month ago

Burned-out workers sick of toxic bosses are using medical leave as a sneaky extended vacation to job hunt-and it's not actually illegal | Fortune

Workers are using FMLA and medical leave provisions to take extended time off for mental health and burnout, with some abusing the system as paid vacation rather than genuine medical treatment.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I used to advise companies on what to pay people. Here are 4 myths you should ignore when negotiating your salary.

Negotiation success relies more on personal value and offers than on market research or salary data.
Remote teams
fromAbc
2 weeks ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

DLA Piper Headed To Trial Over Firing Of Mom-To-Be - Above the Law

DLA Piper faces trial over allegations of firing an associate for taking maternity leave, challenging its employment practices and discrimination claims.
Law
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Skerries Golf Club wins unfair dismissal claim despite honorary secretary trying to swear oath on work diary instead of bible

Skerries Golf Club won an unfair dismissal claim despite issues with the honorary secretary's testimony credibility.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.
#layoffs
Careers
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Your employee benefits package is a hostage situation. Here's the proof - and the fix | Fortune

Employers in the U.S. leverage healthcare access as a means of coercion, impacting employee motivation and performance.
Law
fromThe Hill
2 weeks ago

A $22.5 million warning for the return-to-office era

A jury's $22.5 million verdict against Total Quality Logistics highlights the legal obligation of employers to accommodate pregnancy requests.
Remote teams
fromCity AM
3 weeks ago

The Debate: Is employee tracking justified in the modern workplace?

Tracking junior employees' work hours ensures accountability and productivity, addressing issues of underreporting and resource allocation.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

What Business Owners Get Wrong About Sexual Harassment

Workplace sexual harassment escalates from minor incidents, necessitating immediate action from leadership to ensure employee safety and reduce legal risks.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

ServiceNow salesman sues employer in commission dispute

Costa's then-manager told him that ServiceNow would not pay this commission because the Sales Compensation Department had concluded that Costa had 'overachieved to a degree that was outside normal' in relation to his sales quota. In other words, ServiceNow believed Costa had made too much money, notwithstanding that his commission was only a small percentage of the revenue recognized and received by ServiceNow.
Law
Law
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

The Workplace Liability Too Many Leaders Ignore

Slip-and-fall accidents can lead to significant legal, financial, and operational challenges for businesses.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Officer who ran pizza company on sick leave fired

well enough to work but not well enough to serve the public in any capacity
Miscellaneous
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

The leaders' guide to handling an ICE visit in the workplace | Fortune

Employers must tailor their response to ICE depending on the document type: I-9 audit, administrative warrant, or judicial warrant, each allowing different employer actions.
Law
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Leading lawyers warn Labour's Employment Rights Act is putting jobs at risk - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Some workers may face vulnerabilities due to the Employment Rights Act 2025, as employers prepare for increased costs and changes in workforce management.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Lawyers argue Apple worker's firing over 'tramps and whores' remark at work went too far

Lawyers have argued that an alleged "informal and somewhat vulgar working environment" at tech giant Apple meant a worker should not have been sacked after a colleague complained about him talking about "tramps" and "whores" in Portuguese.
Apple
US news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What even is a 'low-hire, low-fire' environment?

The U.S. labor market shows low hiring and concentrated large layoffs, producing mixed signals of modest job gains alongside fewer available jobs and slower reemployment.
Law
fromInc
3 weeks ago

A Mom Requested to Work From Home for Her High-Risk Pregnancy. Her Company Said No. Now They Owe $22.5M

An Ohio jury found Total Quality Logistics liable for a newborn's death due to denying a work-from-home request during a high-risk pregnancy.
#eeoc
Law
fromInquisitr News
3 weeks ago

Mom Whose Newborn Died in Her Arms After Denied Work-From-Home Request Awarded $22.5M

An employer was ordered to pay $22.5 million after denying suitable working conditions to a woman during her high-risk pregnancy.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Yes, You Can Be Fired While on Maternity Leave | The Walrus

A former Google Canada employee alleges she was wrongfully dismissed days after announcing her pregnancy, and is suing for pregnancy discrimination under Ontario law.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

80% of employees struggle with this hidden workplace bias. Here's what employers can do

Around the office, people clutch coffee like a life raft, waiting for their brains to come online and cursing the 8 a.m. meeting. And the cheerful colleague. But at least they got in early enough to find parking and grab coffee before it ran out-this time. Now: which person are you? The early riser, or the one watching them, wondering why you can never feel that awake at this hour no matter how hard you try?
Mental health
Law
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

Atlassian in Trouble for Firing Employee Who Mouthed Off to CEO

Atlassian is accused of illegally firing an employee for criticizing its CEO's workforce reduction plan.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Workers are too afraid of layoffs to take PTO

17.5% of American workers avoid using paid time off due to layoff fears, despite expert warnings that forgoing vacation harms neither job security nor career advancement.
Law
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Can you get fired for calling your CEO a "rich jerk"? This company says yes

The NLRB argued that Atlassian illegally fired an engineer for criticizing the CEO over a restructuring plan, establishing potential protections for employee speech about working conditions.
Careers
fromAol
1 month ago

13 Quiet Signs Your Company Is Planning to Let You Go (#7 Is The Worst)

Employers increasingly use quiet firing—subtle methods to push out employees—rather than overt termination, with 54% of workers experiencing this practice.
Remote teams
fromUNILAD Tech
1 month ago

Cop fired after being caught using 'deceitful' work-from-home hack

A police officer was terminated and banned from law enforcement after using a photo frame device to fake activity on her work-from-home laptop by generating artificial keystrokes.
Careers
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
1 month ago

Company tried to fire employee without severance. He used their own AI against them and pulled off the ultimate holiday coup

An employee used the company's promoted AI to craft a defense and had a wrongful firing reversed shortly before a major layoff.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

How To Ask For Flexible Work, Even If Your Company Enforces An RTO

Employees should reframe flexible work requests as strategic business discussions rather than personal favors, emphasizing productivity gains and cost savings for employers.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Boss Tasked Me With Finding Out Who Has Been Stealing From the Company. He's Not Going to Like the Answer.

Tell the boss promptly, present ironclad written evidence, and protect a copy outside the office in case of retaliation.
Careers
fromIndependent
1 month ago

If I apply for a sabbatical will I still be able to take voluntary redundancy?

Voluntary redundancy provides a financial payment to employees who choose to leave, typically offered during company restructuring or downsizing.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 months ago

My job offered me a voluntary severance. Here's what my decision taught me

A voluntary separation package offering months of pay and health coverage pressured employees to choose between leaving with security or staying through a strategic realignment.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Made a Very Bad Hire at Work. Now I'm Reaping the Consequences.

Document and escalate a chronically unprofessional coworker's misconduct, including pranks and missed deadlines, to protect yourself and build evidence for HR or legal action.
fromThe Cut
1 month ago

'How Do I Quit My Job?'

I'm looking for advice on how to pursue a new job discreetly, particularly when the interview process requires multiple rounds and my current workplace has very little flexibility. I've been with my current employer for ten years. I started here before I even graduated from college, and I've grown tremendously. It's a well-regarded organization with a prestigious name, and I genuinely believe they care about their people.
Careers
Law
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London ambulance worker who knocked patient out his wheelchair then gave him 20 loses unfair dismissal claim

Ambulance worker dismissed for gross misconduct after knocking a patient from his wheelchair, leaving money with him, and breaching safety procedures and training.
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